Dr. Emily Hvezda
Dr. Hvezda (pronounced vee-EZ-duh) earned her Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) from Midwestern University School of Dental Medicine in Arizona. She focuses on delivering exceptional patient care and is dedicated to making a positive impact on the oral health and overall well-being of her patients. Dr. Hvezda grew up in Alexandria, Minnesota, and her family took several vacations in the Black Hills. So, when she graduated from dental school, Dr. Hvezda and her husband decided to move themselves and their two children to South Dakota. (Can you keep a secret? It will be three children starting in September!)
If you’re looking for a new dentist in Rapid City, call Dr. Hvezda today!
ON THE COVER
By Tanya Manus; Photography by M Photography
8 CAITLIN EDGAR
LIVING AN INCREDIBLY FULFILLED LIFE
In this issue, we’re spotlighting Belle Fourche, South Dakota—a vibrant town which in 1959 was recognized as the Geographic Center of all 50 states.
From the excitement of the 106th Annual Black Hills Roundup in July to the charm of Hometown Thursdays featuring live music on the “back porch,” Belle Fourche is bursting with small-town spirit and big-time attractions. Whether you’re shopping, banking, building, or simply exploring, Belle Fourche offers something for everyone.
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Why I Could Never Be a Lion Tamer
By Dorothy Rosby
There are a lot of jobs I’d be too afraid to do: Lion tamer, smokejumper, elementary school teacher. Recently I was inspired to add veterinarian and veterinary technician to the list. I’ll spare you the gory details and just tell you that my cat had an ailment involving his backside and parts leading up to it.
My kitty, both sides of him, came to us 11 years ago with the name Bastian. I added a couple of letters to make it Sebastian which made more sense to me. But Sebastian doesn’t roll off the tongue so mostly my husband and I just call him Kitty. Of course, it doesn’t really matter what we call him. He doesn’t come anyway.
A cat person once told us that Kitty is probably a Maine coon mix. She’s never come right out and said it, but over the years she’s hinted that the other part might be rabid bobcat. We get to see the very sweet Maine coon part every day. Everyone else, including our veterinarian and his staff, only ever sees the bobcat part.
You can’t just put a leash on a rabid bobcat and walk him into the clinic—or anywhere else for that matter—so if we were going to take him in, we were going to have to put him into the pet carrier first. This is always a bit like sticking your hands into a working blender. One might assume that since he’d been too ill to eat or drink for 24 hours he might be too weak to put up a fight. One would be unwise to assume that.
We knew better. And fortunately after all these years, my husband and I have perfected a strategy: I hold the carrier and he stuffs 11 pounds of flailing claws and teeth into it. It seems like a fair arrangement to me.
I drove to the clinic with my scared kitty howling mournfully beside me. But as usual, the minute we were inside of the clinic, the howl became a growl. If the carrier weren’t so small, everyone in the waiting room would have thought my rabid bobcat was a large, unfriendly rottweiler.
I’d done nothing but hold the carrier and worry all the way to the clinic but I was exhausted. Pet people will understand that. The pet-less won’t but they all stopped reading at the first mention of the “backside of my cat” anyway.
I knew that what I’d suffered paled in comparison to what the veterinary staff would now face. I always feel the need to warn them about my rottweiler’s behavior but that’s not really necessary. They’ve met him—and made a note in his chart. I suspect it says something like, “Danger! Treat at your own risk” in big red letters.
Even so, neither the veterinarian nor the technician seemed worried. Maybe they have those tranquilizer darts like they used on Wild Kingdom. The vet did say they’d administer a mild sedative if it was necessary to do the exam. I was sure it would be necessary.
They took the rottweiler—still in the cat carrier—away and I paced and fretted and prayed for all involved. I can’t think of anything scarier than examining the backend of a rabid rottweiler except maybe examining the front end.
I fully expected them to return looking like they’d just done battle with a paper shredder. But they both looked fine. With my rottweiler growling from the cat carrier at my feet, they informed me that they’d managed to do the exam and a variety of other diagnostic tests. Amazingly that included drawing blood— without the rottweiler drawing any.
Not only that, they’d managed to perform a particular treatment to the backend. And they’d done it all without the benefit of a sedative. That’s when I realized that I could never do their jobs.
I was amazed at their skill and courage. I was also disappointed. I’d been thinking that my life would be easier if Sebastian were sedated—for an entire week. That’s because he was going to need medicine twice a day for seven days. Even scarier, after this particular illness, he was going to need a bath.
It’s a brave soul who force feeds medicine to a rottweiler or a rabid bobcat or even a Maine coon. And it’s a really brave soul who gives him a bath. Luckily my husband is a really brave soul. Incidentally, he once had one of those other jobs I told you I’d be too afraid to do. That’s right! He was once a lion tamer. Oh wait. I meant an elementary school teacher.
Dorothy Rosby’s Maine coon/bobcat/rottweiler is healthy again—both sides of him.
WELCOME TO
Belle Fourche
Nestled in the northern Black Hills of South Dakota, Belle Fourche is a charming small town known for its rich history, welcoming community, and scenic beauty. Often recognized as the geographic center of the United States, Belle Fourche proudly blends its Old West heritage with modern-day amenities. Originally established as a railroad and livestock hub, the town has maintained its agricultural roots while embracing tourism and local events, including the popular Black Hills Roundup. With its friendly atmosphere and close proximity to outdoor adventures, Belle Fourche offers both residents and visitors a unique taste of life in the American heartland.
By Lauren Johnson
The Buck Starts Here for the 106th year
For five exciting days surrounding the July 4th holiday weekend, thousands of people from across the state and across the country come to Belle Fourche to celebrate the Black Hills Roundup Rodeo, one of the oldest continuously held outdoor rodeos in America. The Black Hills Roundup started when 15,000 people gathered in a Belle Fourche field to help raise funds for the Red Cross and soldiers fighting in World War I.
Last year the Black Hills Roundup was named the PRCA “Medium Rodeo of the Year” for the sixth time. It also received the Remuda Award, given to the PRCA rodeo that has the most even pen of horses and voted on by a select committee of bare back and saddle back riders. An “even pen” means that any rider on any given day has a chance to win the rodeo.
“We try to get a pen of horses that score evenly across all days,” says Dallas Conner, Chairman. “It’s been our mission to get a great stock contractor and subcontractors who could provide that, and we’re extremely fortunate to have Championship Pro Rodeo and Harper & Morgan out of Oklahoma and Burch out of Wyoming to do so. This is the first time we received the Remuda award as a result of our efforts and mission,” Dallas says. “To me it’s the top award you can receive in the PRCA.”
The Black Hills Roundup features the full PRCA rodeo, the ranch rodeo for cowboys and cowgirls to show off their ranching skills, and two nights of fireworks on July 2nd and 3rd. “Fritz Carlson is our spectacular pyrotechnic engineer, and we’re very fortunate to
have him be able to do that for us.” The fireworks show is a fan favorite and also unique in that it’s right in front of the Roundup rodeo arena grandstands following the evening rodeo but is also visible from dozens of vantage points throughout the community. Donations are always welcome to help make the fireworks bigger and better every year.
The 4th of July Parade starts at 10:30 am and is one of the largest if not the largest in the area! The parade lasts about 90 minutes and features 100 to 150 entries. Registration for the parade and ticket information is available at blackhillsroundup.com.
Every night of the Black Hills Roundup is an opportunity to contribute to a different cause. July 2nd is Chutes for Charity, established by the Black Hills Roundup about 15 years ago. “It’s our charitable arm. We have a separate committee for that made up of a group of ladies who have done a fantastic job of fundraising, and they give that money back locally for medical emergencies, home emergencies, travel expenses, you name it.”
July 3rd is Tough Enough to Wear Pink night, raising money for breast cancer awareness that stays local in the Northern Hills community. July 4th is Military and First Responder Appreciation day to honor those who protect and serve. July 5th is the Man Up Crusade night to raise awareness of domestic violence and abuse.
Miss Rodeo America ~ Callie Mueller
Attending this year is Miss Rodeo America Callie Mueller, a South Dakotan and former Miss Black Hills Roundup. “We are excited and fortunate to have her back and able to attend this year,” Dallas says. “Miss Rodeo America is chosen from all state queens. Once they’re crowned, their job is to promote rodeo and the Western way of life. We’ve had a South Dakota title holder win Miss Rodeo America many times. South Dakota has such a good presence.”
The committee that brings all this to Belle Fouche each year is made up of volunteers.
“One thing that most people don’t know about our rodeo committees is that we are a 100% volunteer committee,” Dallas says. “No one on the board and committee is a paid employee. We all donate our time to make the Roundup happen. When we tell people that, they usually say something like, ‘What? You do all this without getting paid?!’ Between all of us on the committee, we have over 80 years of board experience, and we love working together to create the Roundup.”
There is so much to do, see, and celebrate at the 106th Annual Black Hills Roundup. Dallas cautions that “The PRCA performances and fireworks nights historically sell out, so you should get tickets soon. Last year’s rodeo on the 4th of July came close to selling out and we’re expecting even more attendees this year.”
Photo Credit "Belle Fourche Walking History”
Photo Credit "Belle Fourche Walking History”
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Drive By Night, Tristan Schofield
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William & Wright Experience
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Camp Comfort
Where the Heart of Summer Beats: Thursday Nights in Belle Fourche
In Belle Fourche, South Dakota, summer has a rhythm all its own. It’s the kind of rhythm that makes you roll down your windows and slow your step—it’s the rhythm of hometown laughter, live music, and the scent of something delicious drifting from a nearby food truck.
Every Thursday evening during the summer months, our community does something special. We come together on our “back porch”—the peaceful, picturesque green space behind the Tri-State Museum and Visitor Center. Nestled right along the river, and
centered around our iconic Center of the Nation monument, this gathering has become a beloved tradition that feels like a warm hug at the end of a long, hot day.
Here, friends meet up and neighbors become family. Picnic blankets dot the lawn, children laugh as they bounce away the evening in inflatable castles, and local leaders get silly—maybe even a little messy—for a good cause. Whether it’s a pie in the face for charity or a popup booth from your favorite hometown vendor, there’s always something surprising and heartwarming happening.
The music is the heartbeat of it all. Local bands and performers bring our evenings to life with songs that span generations and genres. Whether it’s a country tune, classic rock, or a heartfelt acoustic set, the sound floats over the crowd like a summer breeze.
Food trucks serve up everything from brats and BBQ to ice cream, and there’s always a familiar face to say hello to. It’s a place to cool off, to catch up, and to remember why small towns like Belle Fourche are so special.
These Thursday nights memories in the making. They remind us of the beauty in slowing down, the magic in community, and the joy that can be found when we simply show up for each other.
So this summer, gather your friends. Bring your family. Meet your neighbors. Join us by the river, where Belle Fourche opens its arms
Saturday, June 7
Cars and Coffee 9:00am - 11:00am
Wild Magnolia, 700 State Street Disk Golf Tournament
Tri-State Museum
River Fest 10:00am - 3:00pm
Tri-State Museum
Center of the Nation Visitor Center, 415 5th Avenue
Brought to you by Black Hills Energy, River Fest is a family-friendly celebration featuring Vendors, Kid Zone, Duck Races by Naja Shriners, Battle of the Bones BBQ Contest
Saturday, June 14
City Wide Garage Sales All Day
Organized by the Belle Fourche Chamber of Commerce Center of the Nation Show & Shine 10:00am - 3:00pm
NAPA Auto Parts parking lot
Thursday, June 26-Sunday, June 29
BFACT Presents Charlie & the Chocolate Factory Belle Fourche Rec Center
Thursday-Saturday at 7:00pm, Sunday at 3:00pm
A RARE PAIRING
An uncommon, hereditary heart condition put Bruce Ude’s life on a precipice. Monument Health Cardiologist John Heilman III, M.D., provided a net.
John Heilman III, M.D., FACC, specializes in Cardiovascular Medicine, Nuclear Cardiology and Cardiac Rhythm Device Therapy at Rapid City Hospital’s Heart and Vascular Institute. After 39 years of practice, he is one of the last of his kind, though he believes that’s actually a good thing.
“My generation used to do everything in cardiology,” he says. “The body of knowledge has just gotten so large and it’s become so specialized; and that’s the way it should be. I’m the last of a dying breed, a cardiologist who had broad training in pacemakers and defibrillators really liked it, understood it and stuck with it.”
Dr. Heilman would apply much of those accumulated skills and knowledge to treat an atypical patient, Bruce Ude.
Bruce, 71, a retired self-employed entrepreneur spent 28 years owning construction, garage
door and hot tub businesses. He suffers from a genetic heart condition known as Brugada syndrome (BrS). It is often a cause of sudden cardiac death (SCD). BrS is an extremely rare and stealthy heart condition. It mostly has no symptoms. Sadly, people sometimes die from it never knowing they had it.
Diagnosing the Undiagnosable
In 1991, Bruce’s younger brother passed away from a massive heart attack while playing volleyball. He was just 25 years old. At the time nobody suspected that Bruce and other members of his family could have a hereditary heart condition, especially BrS. That’s because BrS was only discovered the year before, in 1990.
Bruce shared that history with his care team in Belle Fourche. “They kind of kept an eye on me over the years,” he says. “In 2011, they suggested I take a stress test, and the
internist that did it noticed a quirky little bump in my heartbeat.”
Fearing their family was suffering from an undiagnosed hereditary heart disorder, Bruce’s sister took a copy of the stress test to a doctor that she knew in the cardiology department at the University of Minnesota. The doctor told her that Bruce might have Brugada syndrome, and he should go see a cardiologist. “So that’s when I was referred to Dr. Heilman,” Bruce says.
Brugada syndrome affects about one in 2,500 people, and there are only two tests that can identify it. One is the electrocardiogram (EKG). The other is genetic testing.
Still, confirming BrS in Bruce was a bit of a task. “My EKG would be clear one time. Then I’d come in again and the bump in the heartbeat would be there,” Bruce says. “And
Story by Kory Lanphear; Photos by Bob Slocum
the next time I’d come in and it wouldn’t be there. It was kind of playing hide and seek.”
Dr. Heilman elected to inject Bruce with a procainamide infusion, a liquid IV medicine that stabilizes cardiac rhythms. An EKG under these conditions confirmed that Bruce indeed had BrS.
The Only Treatment
The diagnosis gave much-needed clarity, and Dr. Heilman provided the only solution: a defibrillator implant. “It’s like a large pacemaker that is able to stop potentially lethal arrhythmias when they occur right away. The patient is resuscitated by the defibrillator within a minute of cardiac arrest,” says Dr. Heilman.
Meeting the insurance deductible for the implant was not initially in Bruce’s budget. Via some fortuitous family connections through his sister, Bruce was able to acquire an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) to use in case of emergency while he saved up money.
“My wife, Mavis, and I had it sitting by the bed. We carried it in the motorhome with us. We threw it in the suitcase and took it to Florida with us and wherever else we traveled,” says Bruce.
At one point, he asked Dr. Heilman if the implant will impose any lifestyle restrictions. The doctor responded by asking him if he’d ever seen the Hoover Dam. Bruce hadn’t, but wanted to. Dr. Heilman suggested he go before the procedure, because afterward the hydroelectric dam’s electromagnetism would be dangerous. So Bruce and Mavis took a six-week motorhome tour, which included a visit to the Hoover Dam.
Two weeks later—Good Friday in March of 2013—he was in the operating room.
Dr. Heilman performed the defibrillator implant procedure with Bruce under general anesthetic. The defibrillator, roughly the size of a smartphone battery, was inserted beneath the skin just over the pectoral muscle. It sits in a small pouch, with a wire that goes into a vein under the collarbone. It has a low-voltage lithium battery.
The defibrillator remotely monitors Bruce via a transmitter he keeps connected to WiFi in his home. His heart data is transmitted to a computer at device-maker Medtronic’s headquarters in Minneapolis. This tells whether Bruce is having abnormal rhythms. If there are anomalies that require a physical examination, Dr. Heilman is notified.
Constant Changes
It’s fitting that Dr. Heilman is the physician who treated Bruce’s BrS. He happily embraces the challenge of keeping up with everchanging technology, even though there are now specialists who exclusively treat similarly specific conditions. “I have to learn at least one new thing every day at work, and some days many things at once,” says Dr. Heilman.
Treating a patient who travels as often as Bruce does presents other challenges. “We are away from home for four, sometimes five months a year,” says Bruce. “The only actual cardiac event
I have experienced was in Kyoto, Japan, when we were visiting our daughter in 2018. We’d just gotten back from dinner and we were in the hotel room having an after-dinner drink. I quit talking mid-sentence and the color drained from my face. And then all of a sudden, I guess I grabbed my chest, stood up and said, ‘What the hell was that!?’”
“It’s like getting kicked by a mule in your chest,” adds Dr. Heilman. “The device did what it was designed to do: recognized ventricular fibrillation, charged up and delivered a shock into Bruce’s heart muscle to revive the heart and set the rhythm back to normal, instantly. I hate to say it, but if he hadn’t had the defibrillator, his outcome might not have been as good, because you really need the paramedics to be on the scene within four minutes with a defibrillator to jump start the heart.”
“I ended up staying overnight for observation in a hospital in Osaka. The doctor was very familiar with Brugada syndrome, because it’s more common in Asia,” Bruce says.
Life Uninterrupted
Despite Bruce’s vigilance and Heilman’s expert care, Bruce’s experience in Japan was a stark reminder that BrS can strike even in the most mundane of moments. There are, however, heart-healthy habits that Bruce can maintain to minimize the risk of arrhythmias. These include physical activity, a proper diet and yearly lab testing.
Nonetheless Bruce has not let BrS keep him from traveling. In fact, Bruce and Mavis plan on traveling this coming August to Atlantic City to see the largest pipe organ in the world.
Flutter P r oductions Presents The Circus of Animals
A magical menagerie will fill the stage on June 26-29 during Flutter Productions’ summer performance. Artistic director Heather Pickering is adapting The Carnival of the Animals for an all-ability cast that will feature performers from both Black Hills Works and the community. Five shows will be held. Please visit performingartsrc.org to purchase tickets.
This beloved classic was written by French composer Camille Saint-Saëns in 1886 and has timeless appeal for audiences of all ages. The narration for the production will include humorous poetry by Ogden Nash and Sara Olivier, who is also choreographing the show.
By Kristina Roth
Flutter Productions’ adaptation of The Carnival of the Animals is set in an 1880s French circus. This famous story will be told through contemporary dance, acting, puppetry, American Sign Language, and more. Audiences may even see jugglers, musicians, clowns, and other circus acts.
Viewers will experience a whimsical zoological adventure through fourteen enchanting musical movements that animate an array of creatures found in zoos, museums, and circuses.
This creative, original interpretation will journey across the animal world, from
aviaries to aquariums. You will be inspired by one-of-a-kind artistic adaptations of lions, tortoises, wild donkeys, kangaroos, elephants, and more.
As part of the Black Hills Works’ family, Flutter Productions’ mission is to create opportunities for performers of all abilities to soar. These all-ability productions are transformative for performers and audiences alike. The Carnival of Animals is made possible in part by support from the Rapid City Arts Council through the City of Rapid City, MDU Resources Foundation, Sheldon Reese Foundation, Bell Bank, and the generosity of our community.
the best art supplies, ranked
(and a Few We Love to Hate)
Every artist has their go-to tools—the ones that just feel right in your hand. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just dabbling for fun, here’s our completely subjective (but very accurate) ranking of the best art supplies out there. Let the debate begin.
PENCIL
Reliable, versatile, and always ready to sketch your first draft. It works on just about anything— including, allegedly, clay? It’s the humble hero of the art world.
A VERY EXPENSIVE PEN
Smooth. Stylish. It makes you feel like you’ve got your life together. And when you lose it? The heartbreak is real.
WATERCOLOR
Light, flowy, beginner-friendly, and unexpectedly deep. Mastering it is an art in itself. It’s the people’s princess of the paint kingdom.
READY TO MAKE YOUR OWN LIST?
paper towels
CARDBOARD
COMPUTER
Digital artists, this one’s for you. With endless possibilities and a handy undo button, it’s a powerhouse for creative minds. #DigitalArtGang
Underrated MVP. From sculpture to makeshift palette, cardboard does it all—and it’s probably already in your recycling bin.
Not glamorous, but absolutely essential. For cleaning brushes, blotting paint, or wiping up mysterious art spills.
chalk
Sidewalks are the most readily available canvas (except in the rain). Chalk reminds us that sometimes, art should be BIG, bold, and outside.
At the Dahl Arts Center, we’ve got everything you need to explore your creative side. Want to get your hands dirty (literally)? Explore our adult art classes, from glaze and underglaze workshops to wheel throwing and all-ability handbuilding sessions—perfect for beginners and seasoned artists alike. Looking for something for the kids? Our Youth Summer Art Camps are packed all summer long with creativity and hands-on fun. Come create with us and discover your new favorite art supply. Visit rapidcityartscouncil.org/classes to see the full list.
AN OPEN CONTAINER OF WATER
Sure, it’s for cleaning your brush. But it looks exactly like a drink. Do not sip. You’ve been warned.
A Palette Full of Acrylic Paint
A race against time. It dries way too fast—great for momentum, stressful for your workflow.
A Broken Crayon or Colored Pencil
Still functional, still colorful, just… not as satisfying to use. RIP, little buddy.
By: Natalie Frazier
In the heart of Wall, South Dakota, lies the Dakota Sky Stone workshop humming with tradition, creativity, and the unmistakable rhythm of a family that adores every aspect of the work they do.
It’s more than just a space for crafting—it’s a gathering place, where every step of the jewelry-making process unfolds under one roof, and every member of the family finds a place to contribute, connect, and celebrate their shared legacy. The air is thick with love and laughter, the walls echo with stories, and the passion is as radiant as the turquoise that fuels it all.
The Dakota Sky Stone workshop is a uniquely vibrant space where craftsmanship and family intertwine at every turn. Up front, a dedicated area for website management and social media ensures the world gets a glimpse of the beauty created within these walls, while a carefully curated western-themed photo op spot captures each one-of-a-kind jewelry piece in all its handcrafted glory. When you step into the building, you receive a unique look into a family business with an atmosphere that not many can understand until they experience it firsthand.
The building includes offices and workshops—stations for stone cutting, shaping, and bezeling - a testament to the hands that work on each step of the jewelry process from stone to finished piece. The process is far more complex than simply clicking and buying a piece of jewelry to add to their shelves; every member of the family plays an integral role in the process of filling their storefronts.
“This allows us to show people how the jewelry gets to the stores because a lot of our locals and people who flow through here don’t get that full idea,” Annie Tice-Poseley explains. “But now we’ve been able to open this up and say, ‘This is how we start,’ and we show them the process.”
The Tice family takes a hands-on approach through every step of the process. When they are not crafting pieces themselves, they are sending laid out stones to their many Native American artists that they work with.
The workshop offers a behind-the-scenes look at their process, revealing just how deeply the family is involved— every pair of eyes and hands touches each piece through every stage of its creation. This hands-on approach allows them to genuinely understand and share the story behind every piece of jewelry they sell. Those family ties and ability to speak on the sourcing, story, and creation of a piece do not go without notice by customers who stop in.
Annie’s father, Jim, has acquired years of knowledge and wisdom regarding silversmithing from their community of Native American artists and has learned how to craft pieces from start to finish himself. Her mother, Nettie, even has her own space to do beadwork in another office where a vibrant gradient of beads hangs from the wall.
Another room holds a treasure trove of stones for customers working on custom pieces, offering a chance to handpick the heart of their creation and find stones that truly speak to them. The love for turquoise is undeniable, from shimmering pieces on display to a handwritten note from Lainey Wilson herself, honoring the custom jewelry made just for her. Passion flows through the space, not just in the work, but in the way the Tice family gathers— sharing meals, watching their kids play, their puppies roam, and simply being together.
“We lay out all of our designs here and pick through stones here, and we’ve got turquoise on turquoise in here,” Annie shares. “We lay them out on painter’s tape, and then we send them out to our artists, and they will do their creative stamp work on them.”
It’s a space built not just for jewelry, but for joy, connection, and legacy. Dakota Sky Stone has transformed their workshop in the last few years into more than just a creative space—it’s a true home where tradition, artistry, and purpose converge. A space that they once wondered how they were going to fill and grow into has now become home.
No matter their ability or where their passion lies within the process, the workshop space gives every member of the family the ability to play a part that they want to in a manner that is exciting for them all in the same space. It has provided them the opportunity to continue to be family-centric and strong in the love they all share.
“We were always kind of here and there with everything, so when we built this, our vision was to bring us all together,” Annie notes. “Everyone has their own little nook, but we’re all under one roof, being able to do this creation. It brings everything we do kind of full circle.”
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Charming 4-Bedroom Home Near Pinedale Elementary!
Welcome to this beautifully maintained 4-bedroom, 2.5bath home offering a perfect mix of character, comfort, and convenience. Nestled just 0.3 miles from Pinedale Elementary, 1.6 miles from Stevens High School, and a quick drive to West Middle School, shopping, and downtown Rapid City.
Step inside to find a warm and inviting main level featuring two spacious bedrooms, a formal dining room, and a cozy kitchen complete with a charming breakfast nook. The sitting area, centered around a fireplace, flows seamlessly into a massive open space—perfect for gatherings and entertaining guests.
The lower level offers even more room to spread out, with a large family room, two additional bedrooms, and a flexible bonus space ideal for a home office, workout area, or playroom.
Outside, enjoy a secluded, fenced backyard surrounded by mature landscaping and garden beds—your own private retreat. An additional detached garage in the back provides ample space for tools, toys, or extra storage.
Don’t miss this opportunity to own a home with space, style, and unbeatable location. Schedule your private tour today!
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Spacious 5-Bedroom Home with Scenic Views in Desirable Southwest Rapid City Location
Welcome to this beautifully maintained and spacious 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom home, complete with a 3-car garage, situated in one of southwest Rapid City’s most sought-after neighborhoods. Thoughtfully designed for both comfort and functionality, this home offers generous living space, modern conveniences, and an ideal location close to essential amenities.
The main level features an open and inviting layout with three well-appointed bedrooms, including a luxurious primary suite. The heart of the home is the kitchen, which includes a convenient breakfast bar, a brand-new stove and oven, and a recently installed dishwasher—perfect for both everyday living and entertaining. A dedicated main floor laundry room adds to the home’s practicality and ease of living.
Step outside to the elevated deck and enjoy breathtaking views of the Black Hills, offering a peaceful setting to relax or entertain guests. The fully finished walkout basement provides additional living space, featuring a spacious family room, a large fourth bedroom, and a versatile flex room that can serve as a fifth bedroom, home office, or hobby area.
The backyard is fully fenced and includes a patio directly off the walkout level, creating the perfect spot for outdoor gatherings, playtime, or simply unwinding in a private, landscaped setting.
